Russell Wilson sits out season opener for Steelers with a calf injury. Justin Fields get the start
Russell Wilson’s debut with the Pittsburgh Steelers will have to wait
By PAUL NEWBERRY
Published - Sep 08, 2024, 12:55 PM ET
Last Updated - Dec 16, 2024, 07:28 PM EST
ATLANTA (AP) — Russell Wilson's debut with the Pittsburgh Steelers will have to wait.
Wilson, a nine-time Pro Bowler who signed with the Steelers after being cut loose by the Denver Broncos, was ruled out of the season opener Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons because of a calf injury.
Another newcomer to the Steelers, Justin Fields, was set to start in Wilson's place.
The 35-year-old Wilson earned the starting job during the preseason, only to aggravate a calf injury in practice on Thursday.
